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The big day has come and gone, and with it a million special memories that Ali and I will cherish forever!! Thanks to everyone who tackled the massive journey, survived the dingoes and the sand dunes and lived to tell another tale. We are still getting our head around the whole trip and being lucky enough to get our families and friends together in such a magical place. A big thanks as well to everyone who sent their love and best wishes for the day - you were definitely in our thoughts, and we look forward to boring you with our wedding tales and misadventures in the weeks and months ahead.

Hoping to get some photos up asap. But in the meantime we thought we'd put up the ceremony for anyone who couldn't be there and this beautiful photo of the wedding spot - Lake Birrabeen - by award winning photographer Robyn Finlayson.

Big wedding hugs and kisses from the both of us!!! xoxoxoxo

Mr & Mrs Annett (or Stout-Annett, or whatever Ali decides. She's the boss. :)

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Allison and Gary

3^rd September 2011

-- Lake Birrabeen, Fraser Island -- Guests to be standing --

Jemma and Clive playing on the ukuleles

Bride’s Friends of Honour enter the circle furthest from Gary and Sonia and join wedding party, then Ali enters with Rosie.

INTRO

On behalf of Ali and Gary, I would like to thank all of you for joining them on this special day, here on this beautiful island.

We are gathered here, not to witness the beginning of what will be, but rather what already is!

The path for Gary and Ali began 10 years ago when they were both camp counsellors at Camp Wayfarer, and as Gary recalls, ‘Ali and I would spend long balmy North Carolina nights chatting until the early hours of the morning, and it’s on those nights that I first realised I was quickly falling in love’.

Ali and Gary, your life together so far has been an amazing journey of shared experiences and although there may be challenging times, the positive attitude you both have to your relationship will ensure you grow together to be the best you can be.

Gary and Ali could have chosen simply to live together. This seemingly is a ‘safer’ course, would give them more options, sustain their freedom, with fewer risks.

They have thought about this, and have decided that for them it is not enough. Ali and Gary see this ceremony today as a stronger commitment to their relationship. They call you together, their friends and family, to make this commitment clear to you and to call on your acknowledgement and support.

We do not create this marriage, because we cannot. We can and do, however, celebrate with Gary and Ali the wondrous and joyful occurrence that has already taken place in their lives, and the commitment they make today.

Ali and Gary, today you are surrounded by your friends and family, all of whom have gathered here to witness your marriage and to share in the joy of this special occasion. Let us all take a moment of silence to remember those loved ones who have passed, Richard Stout and Agnes Annett; as well as those who cannot be here today, Christopher Annett and Stephen Annett.

(Pause)

Today, as you join yourselves in marriage, there is a vast and unknown future stretching out before you. Through your commitment to each other, may you grow and nurture a love that makes both of you better people, a love that continues to give you great joy, and also a passion for living that provides you with energy and patience to face the responsibilities of life together.

GIVING AWAY

In reflection upon life, people often agree what really matters are the relationships we hold. One of the most understated but deepest relationships in life is that between a caring parent and their loving child. One of the rare occasions this relationship is acknowledged is at a wedding.

Rosemary represents all of us, particularly her family, but today in a special gesture she symbolises her own personal love for her daughter. So, mindful of these values, I now ask her, ‘Who presents this woman to be married to this man?’

Rosemary: I do (Mother then joins the other guests)

MONITUM

My name is Sonia Lynch, and I am duly authorised by law to celebrate marriages according to law. Before you are joined in marriage, in my presence and in the presence of your family and friends, I am to remind you of the solemn and binding nature of the relationship into which you are now about to enter. Marriage, according to law in Australia is the union of a man and a woman, voluntarily entered into for life. It is entered into with the firm intention it will last for life.

THE ASKING

I will now ask you both these questions...

Gary, do you take Allison to be your wife? Do you promise to love and respect her, be honest with her, and stand by her through whatever may come, so you can genuinely share your life together?

Gary: I do.

Allison, do you take Gary to be your husband? Do you promise to love and respect him, be honest with him, and stand by him through whatever may come, so you can genuinely share your life together?

Allison: I do.

VOWS/RINGS

Wedding rings are made precious by our wearing them. Your rings say that even in your uniqueness you have chosen to be bound together. Let these rings also be a sign that love has substance as well as soul, a present as well as a past, and that, despite its occasional sorrows, love is a circle of happiness, wonder, and delight.

May these rings remind you always of the vows you are about to take here today.

Could we please have the rings?

Laura passes ring to groom, Allison’s sister passes ring to bride.

Gary please place the ring on Ali’s finger and repeat after me:

I call upon the persons here present to witness that I, Gary Victor Annett, take you Allison Gay Stout to be my lawful wedded wife. You inspire me with your incredible ability to connect with people, and your kindness that often means putting others before yourself. Our ability to laugh at ourselves helps keep us sane. I love dancing that silly dance in the kitchen, and knowing that you will give me that helpful nudge when I’m discouraged or uninspired. I take you to be my lifetime partner, secure in the knowledge that you will be my constant friend, and my one true love.

Ali please place the ring on Gary’s finger and repeat after me:

I call upon the persons here present to witness that I, Allison Gay Stout, take you, Gary Victor Annett to be my lawful wedded husband. I love your sense of adventure and exploration, your patience and sense of humour about life and its challenges; your passion, kindness and gentle thoughtful nature. I look forward to building a life and a home with you until I grow old and grey, even if that home moves around. I take you to be my lifetime partner, secure in the knowledge that you will be my constant friend, and my one true love.

READING by Victor Annett, 'The Golden Chain Of Friendship'

Friendship is a Golden Chain,
The links are friends so dear,


And like a rare and precious jewel
 It’s treasured more each year…

It’s clasped together firmly
 With a love that’s deep and true,
 And it’s rich with happy memories 
and fond recollections, too…

Time can’t destroy its beauty 
For, as long as memory lives,
Years can’t erase the pleasure
 That the joy of friendship gives…

For friendship is a priceless gift 
That can’t be bought or sold,
 But to have an understanding friend 
Is worth far more than gold…

And the Golden Chain of Friendship 
Is a strong and blessed tie 
Binding kindred hearts together
 As the years go passing by.

DECLARATION

Ladies and Gentlemen, Ali and Gary have declared before all of us that they will live together in marriage. They have made special promises to each other. They have symbolised it by joining hands, taking vows, and by exchanging rings.

So, therefore, on your behalf, I now declare Gary and Ali to be husband and wife.

Gary, you may kiss your bride.

(Jemma and Clive playing “Somewhere over the Rainbow” on the Ukes)

Signing of the register.

ANNETT-STOUT HOLIDAY ITINERARY

(PRINT THIS OUT AND CARRY A COPY WITH YOU)

GARY'S MOBILE : 0420521184

ALI'S MOBILE: 0412311023

FRASER ISLAND TAXI: PH: (07) 41 279 188 / email: admin@frasersersvice.com.au

Monday August 29^th

· Gary and Ali arrive in Hervey Bay. Fraser Magic 4WD to pick us up.

Tuesday August 30^th

· Gary and Ali go across to Fraser Island to set up Cabins and bring our stuff over.

· Victor and Jen, Rosie, Cami, Caiti, et al arrive Hervey Bay 17: 40pm (All are staying at Quarterdecks Harbour Retreat)

Wednesday August 31^st

· Gary and Ali come back to Hervey Bay, arrive into the port at 4pm.

· All drivers need to be at the FRASER MAGIC 4WD HIRE at 430 for driving ‘course’ and to pick up the other 2 vehicles (Gary and Ali will meet you there; its less than 10 minutes drive from QuarterDecks)

Address:

5 Kruger Ct

‪Urangan QLD 4655

Phone: (07) 41256612

· SAUSAGE SIZZLE @ QUARTERDECKS HARBOUR RETREAT @ APPROX. 730PM (We are holding a debriefing on the week’s itinerary and how the ferry crossing the next morning will be organised)

· Yvonne and Laura, Alexandra and Brynnen arrive into Hervey Bay around Mid-day (staying at various places)

Thursday September 1^st

· Wedding Party will be on the 1230 PM FERRY TO KINGFISHER BAY

(Most likely we will all be meeting at QuarterDecks at 10am to load up the cars and and head to the ferry crossing at 1130am—this will be confirmed at the Sausage Sizzle on the 31^st ) Kate and Pete to meet us at the Ferry Crossing)

· We will arrive at Kingfisher around 130pm and then drive an hour to Eurong and our cabins (Refer to Website www.alingarywedding.blogspot.com for Cabin Allocations)

· You will have the afternoon and evening to do as you please, but remember you have to be up for 545am the following morning.

Friday September 2^nd

· Whale Watching – Cars will depart Eurong at 630am to Arrive at KingFisher Bay for 745am (Whale watching returns to Kingfisher Bay at approx. 330pm)

· 2 x 4WD return to Eurong Cabins; 1 x 4WD to wait for Jack n Judy to arrive at Kingfisher bay Resort at 430pm (Coming on the 330pm ferry from River Heads)

· Evening to yourself to get ready for the following BIG day.

Saturday September the 3^rd - WEDDING DAY

· Approx. 11am all Wedding Party Ladies go to Eurong Resort to get ready at a Villa organized by Rosie Stout.

· Get into your designated Vehicle around 145pm (See Appendices for Wedding Day Vehicle Allocations)

· Ceremony Begins at 3pm (everyone to be at the site around 230pm and a map will be posted on the website of where to go on the day)

· 330 – 4pm Champagne Toast on the Beach + Group Photos (Drivers just take a sip)

· 4 – 445pm All Wedding Participants head to Eurong Beach Bar for Swimming and Reception.

· Gary and Ali arrive for beginning of Reception around 5pm. A few toasts will occur and food will be brought out around 530pm. (NO BYO at the reception)

· Move to Bringabeeralong Cabin around 9pm for more casual drinks and where BYO is acceptable.

Sunday September 4^th

· Chris Pearce, Jack and Judy leave Fraser Island. 630am taxi pick up for 750 ferry crossing.

Monday September 5^th

· Aussie’s leave Fraser Island (1 x 4WD will need to drop Kate and Pete off for their Ferry Crossing)

Tuesday September 6^th

· Victor and Jen Leave Fraser Island, taking 1 x 4WD back with them on the 9am Ferry. Fraser Magic 4WD to take Victor and Jen to the airport. (There will be 5 free spots if you don’t want to pay for an individual ferry crossing back)

Wednesday September 7^th

· Rosie et al leave Fraser Island, taking 1x 4WD back with them on the 2pm Ferry. (There will be 2 spots free if you don’t want to pay for an individual ferry crossing back)

Friday September 9^th

· Gary and Ali, Laura and Yvonne leave Fraser Island, taking the last 4WD back with them on the 2pm Ferry. (There will be 1 spot free if you don’t want to pay for an individual ferry crossing back).

taxi on fraser

Hello all,

Just incase you miss a ferry, miss a flight, etc....here's the information to get a taxi on Fraser Island from the two ferry crossing points:

"You can catch the barge from River Heads (just south of Hervey Bay) to Kingfisher Bay. The barges leave River Heads at 6.45am, 9.00 am, 12.30 pm, 3.30pm, 6.30 pm, the barge ride takes approx 45 mins. If you google 'Kingfisher Bay' they own the barges. Wanggoolba Ck (on Fraser Island) will also be listed as an arrival destination, and a little closer to Eurong, but not a very comfortable place if you need to wait, for any reason that the taxi may be late (depending on the driving conditions of the tracks on the island at the time).

We can pick you up from Kingfisher Bay (on Fraser Island) to Eurong Resort, the cost is $85 for the taxi for up to 5 people, the trip from Kingfisher Bay to Eurong takes approx 1 hr.

As there is only one taxi on the island, therefore it is advisable to book well ahead to ensure your travel arrangements.

If you require any further information, or have any queries, or you wish to book, please don't hesitate to contact me on (07) 41 279 188 or email admin@fraserservice.com.au If you would like to book via email, please ensure you receive a confirmation email to verify that I have actually received your booking.

Thank you for your enquiry, we look forward to hearing from you.

Kind regards

Lisa & Steve
Fraser Island Taxi Service
on beautiful Fraser Island
Ph: (07) 41 279 188
email: admin@fraserservice.com.au"

Whale Watching List and Wedding Party 4wd List!

Hey All,

Here's the Whale Watching List (If you are on it and dont want to be let me know, if you arent on it and want to be let me know ;))

1. Victor

2. Jenn

3. Laura

4. Paul

5. Corin

6. Rosie

7. Cami

8. Caiti

9. Peter

10 Aaron

11 Kate

12 Pete

13 Hydra

14 Brynnen

15 Angie B.

16 Jemma

17 Clive

18 Chris P.

19 Ali

20 Gary

21 Yvonne

22 -Fiona

23 -Mariko

24 -Rob C.

25 -FREE

Now on to the fun stuff:

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* astrics are for intended drivers. Please let us know if you dont want to be a driver, but we picked you for a reason ;p this ain't easy goin' ! there are NO paved roads, its all sand my friends ;p